On Thursday, I was pleased to attend the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center. It was an incredible moment of togetherness and a reminder that we must always have hope for the future.

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Illinois District 13
Nikki Budzinski
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Voting Record — 583
Yes47%
No52%
Present0%
Not Voting0%
Party align95%
Cross-party5%
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Nikki Budzinski
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratIllinois District 13
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Happy Juneteenth! Today we honor the resilience and contributions of Black Americans — and the long, ongoing journey toward a country that lives up to its founding promise. Let’s continue to work together to ensure America lives up to its promise of freedom, justice and equality for all.
I sat down for an honest conversation with Unmoderated News about where the Democratic Party needs to go — and what it looks like to actually show up for working people in downstate Illinois.
Take a listen below: youtu.be/130R7xDKW7c?...
I’m honored to be at the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center today. This opening is an important reminder of what's possible when we lead with hope and never stop believing in the promise of this country.
Our best days are ahead.
3.5 million people have lost food assistance since the Big Ugly Bill passed. That’s 3.5 million seniors, working adults, and families with kids. Meanwhile, the same bill cut taxes for the wealthiest Americans. That's a choice. And it's the wrong one.
www.cnbc.com/amp/2026/05/...
As the aunt of a child with Down syndrome, I know these protections aren't abstract — they have a real impact on kids and families. This decision will only make it harder for children like my nephew to get the support and opportunities they deserve.
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The Trump Administration is moving oversight of special education and civil rights enforcement away from the offices responsible for protecting students with disabilities and ensuring they have equal access to education.
Reminder! My team will be out and about across the 13th District today. See the times and locations below!
Tomorrow, my team will be out and about across the 13th District to help folks with constituent services! Stop by our mobile office hours at the locations below to get all your casework questions answered!
Have a plan, stay informed, and take this seriously. Follow @NWS for the latest updates.
Heads up, Central and Southern Illinois — severe weather is on the way today. The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a Moderate Risk (level 4 of 5) for severe thunderstorms across central Illinois through northwestern Indiana. The most significant threat develops this afternoon.
The President promised the White House ballroom wouldn't cost taxpayers a dime. New documents show taxpayers are paying $300 million of a $600M price tag. But somehow we can't afford rural hospitals, Medicaid, or SNAP.
www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...
There's nothing controversial about honoring the women who served our country. The Pentagon's anti-DEI guidance canceled a 28-year tradition of recognizing women veterans — and that's wrong. We should be expanding recognition of their service, not restricting it.
www.military.com/pentagon-can...
For too many rural veterans, the biggest barrier to healthcare isn't eligibility — it's distance. I joined Rep. Tom Barrett for a field hearing in Lansing, Michigan, and it was a reminder that we need solutions that actually reach veterans where they live.
There’s a reason 61% of rural Americans disapprove of how the President is handling the cost of living.
Rural families aren't asking for much — just to be able to fill up the tank and buy groceries without breaking the budget.
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
Gas prices and utility bills are squeezing families every single month. That's why I'm proud to co-lead a new House Democratic working group on energy affordability with @levin.house.gov. This about having a real vision for bringing costs down.
Fourteen years ago, America made a commitment to Dreamers. Since then, they've built careers, raised families, paid taxes, and made our communities stronger. They deserve certainty, not the threat of being uprooted.
We're pushing the VA to make it easier to compare wait times and get care closer to home.
Last week, I went to Lansing, Michigan with @democrats-veterans.house.gov for a field hearing. For rural veterans, the difference between an internal VA appointment and a community care option can mean hours of travel.
I’m relieved the “Anti-Weaponization Fund’ is being dropped — but a verbal commitment with nothing in writing isn't oversight. Taxpayers deserve transparency and accountability, full stop.
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Voting History
583 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-11 | H. Res. 1335 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-11 | H.R. 9238 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-10 | H.R. 8464 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-10 | H.R. 8464 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-10 | H.R. 8312 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2026-06-10 | H.R. 7892 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | H.R. 5408 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | H. Res. 1140 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | S. 2 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | S. 2 (119th) | Motion to Commit | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-09 | H. Res. 1140 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | H. Res. 1345 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-09 | H. Res. 1345 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-08 | H.R. 8428 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-08 | H.R. 8466 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-05 | H.R. 2913 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-04 | H. Res. 518 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-04 | H.R. 8646 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-04 | H.R. 8646 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-04 | H. Res. 1336 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-04 | H. Res. 1336 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-04 | H. Con. Res. 84 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-03 | H. Res. 518 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H. Con. Res. 86 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H.R. 7726 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H.R. 7726 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-06-03 | H.R. 2860 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H. Res. 1333 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H. Res. 1333 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | S. 254 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-06-03 | H.R. 7618 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-21 | H.R. 6047 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-21 | H.R. 1041 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-21 | H.R. 1041 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-05-21 | H.R. 1329 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-05-21 | H.R. 1329 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-05-20 | H. Res. 1300 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H. Res. 1300 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 2616 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 2616 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 1993 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | S. 1003 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | S. 2393 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 5317 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 4544 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H.R. 3234 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-20 | H. Res. 1299 (119th) | Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-15 | H.R. 8469 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-05-15 | H.R. 8469 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-05-14 | H.R. 8365 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.
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